Tesla Board Rejects Multiple Shareholder Proposals on Environmental and Social Governance
Tesla has successfully excluded eleven shareholder proposals from its November annual meeting, with the SEC concurring on matters ranging from emissions reduction reporting to workplace rights. Only one proposal concerning shareholder lawsuit rights will proceed to a vote, despite board opposition.
California Energy Regulators Postpone Oil Profit Penalty Implementation Until 2030
The California Energy Commission delayed enforcement of controversial oil company profit penalties following announcements of two major refinery closures. The decision reflects growing tensions between climate goals and fuel supply security concerns.
Oregon Proposes Mandatory Road Usage Fees for Electric Vehicle Owners to Address Transportation Funding Gap
Oregon is considering implementing a pay-per-mile fee system for electric vehicle drivers starting in 2027 to compensate for declining gasoline tax revenues. The proposal would charge approximately 2.3 cents per mile or offer an annual flat fee option.
Battery Manufacturing Surplus Threatens US Industrial Strategy as EV Incentives Eliminated
The elimination of federal EV tax credits has created a significant oversupply situation in the US battery manufacturing sector. Analysts project a 56% reduction in battery deployment by 2030 compared to pre-policy change expectations.
Republican Strategist Advocates Clean Energy Reframe as Conservative Values Alignment Rather Than Climate Policy
A longtime GOP member argues that renewable energy support among Republicans has declined from 80% to 60% due to progressive climate messaging. Rising electricity demand from AI development creates opportunities to reposition clean energy around security and economic competitiveness.
Rivian Projects Thousands in Additional Production Costs as Tariff Policies Reshape EV Manufacturing Economics
The electric vehicle manufacturer expects tariffs to add several thousand dollars per unit to production expenses during 2025. Regulatory credit revenues are projected to fall nearly 50% as federal EV incentives face elimination.
Constitutional Challenge Targets Federal Fossil Fuel Policies in Youth Climate Litigation
Young Americans are pursuing federal court action against the Trump administration's fossil fuel expansion agenda. The case relies on constitutional due process arguments and represents part of a broader wave of climate litigation targeting government energy policies.
Electric Vehicle Sales Surge Ahead of Federal Tax Credit Expiration Deadline
General Motors reported 111% growth in EV sales during Q2 as automakers accelerate inventory clearance before September tax credit elimination. Industry-wide aggressive incentives reflect efforts to capitalize on remaining consumer subsidies.
Federal Reserve President Dismisses Stagflation Concerns
Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee argues that fears of 1970s-style stagflation are unfounded in the current economic climate.